Former NFL offensive guard Tre’ Johnson has died on the age of 54, the Washington Commanders introduced on Sunday.
“We’re heartbroken to be taught of the lack of former Washington All-Professional guard Tre’ Johnson. Our ideas are together with his household and family members,” the crew wrote on X.
Johnson’s spouse, Irene, stated in a submit to Facebook on Sunday that the soccer participant died “instantly and unexpectedly” on Sunday throughout a household journey. She stated his household and buddies are “devastated and in shock.”
JACKSONVILLE, FL – NOVEMBER 10: Lineman Tre Johnson #77 of the Washington Redskins on the sidelines throughout a recreation towards the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 10, 2002 at Alltel Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars beat the Redskins 26-7. (Picture by Jamie Squire/Getty Photos)
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Johnson performed eight seasons from 1994 to 2001 as an offensive guard for the Washington Commanders, formally referred to as the Washington Redskins. He performed one other season with the Cleveland Browns in 2001.
He was a 1994 second-round draft decide and earned a Professional Bowl choice in 1999.
Irene Johnson stated earlier than his dying, Tre’ labored as a historical past trainer on the Landon College in Bethesda, Maryland, “the place he was beloved by the younger male college students he mentored and the college.”
She stated the previous soccer participant was battling well being points lately that compelled him to take a go away of absence.
“We’ll miss him a lot,” she added.
Johnson leaves behind his spouse, Irene, and 4 kids: Chloe, EJ, EZ and Eden.
ABC Information’ Darren Reynolds contributed to this report.
